New (to me) GT4

[GinT44]

Hey, after 5 years of happy 987 Boxster Spyder ownership, have just sold her and put a deposit down on a yellow 987 GT4 just in at OPC Bolton.
Does anyone know this particular car by any chance, any info very welcome ?

Also, it comes with PCCBs which I’m looking forward to but can anyone advise what checks I should make sure are done and documentation like proof of disc thickness I should ask for?


tnkx

 

[GraphiteGT3]

Congratulations you will not be disappointed!

if buying from an OPC I would ask them to confirm the ceramics have had a visual inspection for chips etc, check pad thickness but also ask if they can/have weighed the discs which I think the best way of checking wear.

that said if the mileage is as low as normal on these, don’t stress about it as there’s a lot of worry about pccbs that I personally think is unnecessary, they are a fantastic addition to a road car.

enjoy!

 

[AndrewCS]

Buy Pre-Owned Porsche Cayman GT4 at Porsche Centre Bolton

No answers for you but ... welcome (almost []) to a superb vehicle !

 

[PeterRH]

These cars are built to last and are incredibly well Engineered. I am sure it will be fine and comes with a Porsche Warranty. Drive it and enjoy it .

 

[kitchens]

Hey, after 5 years of happy 987 Boxster Spyder ownership, have just sold her and put a deposit down on a yellow 987 GT4 just in at OPC Bolton.

Does anyone know this particular car by any chance, any info very welcome ?

Also, it comes with PCCBs which I’m looking forward to but can anyone advise what checks I should make sure are done and documentation like proof of disc thickness I should ask for?

tnkx

Think you will find it is a 981 you bought you will miss your 987 SPYDER ..mine is a keeper .

 

[AndrewCS]

OP ... hopefully it will be an all year round car for you, mine was on 10.5k in 4.5 years when sourced, have done 8k in my eighteen months and it just keeps on improving (as am I )

 

[MrDemon]

I hope it meets expectations as it's a strange/disapointing car to drive after 987.2 SPyder.

the engines a bit flat, the steering is not as good, the gearing is a bit daft long, and the tyres have too much grip.

I don't see the point owning a GT4 for road use.

I hope you have a lot of track days planned or I see you selling it in 12 months.

 

[Adrian Thompson]

I've just sold my 987 Spyder, but not because I didn't like it any more. Sometimes you just need to move on and try something else. The Spyder is special, and its great to know you have had one, loved it and enjoyed it. I've put a deposit down for an Alpine A110, and will no doubt cringe a wee bit on fit and finish, but like Brian Innes, will enjoy making comparisons and experiencing a new challenge.

I hope he had a nice breakfast before reading your post!

 

[GinT44]

I've just sold my 987 Spyder, but not because I didn't like it any more. Sometimes you just need to move on and try something else. The Spyder is special, and its great to know you have had one, loved it and enjoyed it. ........will enjoy making comparisons and experiencing a new challenge.

Exactly above, couldn't have put it better myself Adrian......just need a change after 5+years. I've not seen many negative GT4 posts, but hey we're all after different things from our cars. I only do @3000 miles a year over weekend blasts and the odd track day and have no doubt the GT4 will keep me entertained.

I'm still wary of potential replacement costs for PCCBs though - has no one had any issues with them (i.e. stop worrying) ?

 

[Twinfan]

I replied to your post on PistonHeads about PCCBs, but to add to the discussion here as well:

"With PCCBs wear is probably less of an issue than damage at lower mileages and you may be able to claim on your insurance if they get chipped or scored, but I'm sceptical that a wear item would be covered and the opposite side surely wouldn't be as they should be replaced in pairs.

I'm in the "avoid PCCBs" camp as you may have guessed, and by your own admission you don't know much about them, so I would suggest you do some research and come to your own conclusions if you're concerned about the cost of replacements."

Some things to think about are whether you're going to be running the Porsche Extended warranty or not (modifications to standard spec may prevent renewals of the policy), are you prepared to pay circa £10k an axle to replace them if they get damaged, do you use your car in envirnments that may increase the risk of damage (e.g. track use, gravel roads etc).

Opinions vary on PCCBs, there's no definitive yes/no or right/wrong, it's all down to your views on them!

 

[Adrian Thompson]

For what its worth, I had PCCB's on my Boxster 981 GTS and had no issues with them. Most important is it use slave studs when removing a wheel, as damage can be done by letting the inside of the wheel rim drop onto the outside edge of the rotor. There is not very much clearance - even with 19" rims. Not every outfit uses slave studs or even have them, so get yourself a pair and keep them in the car. You will need to get used to the reduced pedal load, and if I was to be critical; with a manual car, the pedal load doesn't match the clutch load. Great with PDK I would think.

 

[GinT44]

was aware of the potential for damage during wheel removal, thanks - tbh I will never remove a wheel, I'm not that crazy about cleaning and if it gets a flat ill call recovery and let a dealer sort it.

 

[PeterRH]

I am lucky enough to have owned 6 911s and a 981 cayman s. The 718 GT4 is by far the best handling and most engaging one so far. I cant think if another Porsche for similar money I would change it for. I am a fan